All prices are used as a guide only and may vary depending on size and coat condition of dog.

DOG SIZES

Small:
Maltese/Staffy

Medium:
Most Cross breads – Labradoodle

Large:
Labrador/Golden Retriever/German Shepard

Extra Large:
Some large dogs may be considered extra large depending on size of dog and double coats.

WASH & DRY

Includes: Wash in hydrobath with warm water and natural shampoos, towel dry to remove excess water, warm blowdry removes water and loose hair from coat, brush-out, nails and ears tended too. Finish with doggie cologne.

Small:        Medium:        Large:        Extra Large:

$45          $50 – $55      $55 – $60       $65 – $70

WASH AND TIDY

Includes: Wash and blowdry, hygiene clip, feet and face tidy customised to the breed of dog.

$10 – 20 extra per dog.

FULL CLIP

Includes: Initial clipping as per your wants/needs, wash and blowdry, second clip and scissor to finish styling the dog.

Small:        Medium:      Large:    Extra Large:

$75              $85            $100           $120+

Why Groom your Dog:

A matted coat not only looks ugly, but it is very uncomfortable for a dog. Mats pinch and pull at the skin encouraging the dog to chew at its coat in an attempt to de matt the hair. A lack of brushing, the dog’s environment, the weather and fleas can cause the coat to matt.

If your dog’s coat becomes wet and you forget to brush and dry it, the tangles can become so bad that the dog will need to be entirely clipped. Not so nice…especially in winter!

To prevent matting, brushing and combing at least twice a week is essential. A dog is never too young to have a good groom. It is no use waiting until the dog is one year old to start a dog’s grooming regime. The dog will be very frightened and very strong at that age. A puppy should be introduced to the brush at about 3 weeks of age, using a soft brush the coat should be gently brushed for a short time – slowly increasing the duration so the puppy learns patience and trusts you when you hit a tangle.

Grooming stimulates the natural oils in your dog’s skin and conditions the coat naturally. It enables you to get rid of the dirt and grime he accumulates just by being a dog

Tips for Grooming:

• Use a brush and comb which best suits the coat type. As with all grooming products, quality counts. Some cheaper brushes can have sharp bristles that can scratch your dog’s skin.
• Try to comb out any knots before you bath your dog as knots can often get worse as you shampoo and towel dry. A good detangler can be used after a bath or in between times to aid in knot removal and prevention.
• Always use a dog specific shampoo and conditioner – human shampoo does not have the correct pH balance and can cause skin and coat problems.
• Dilute your shampoo and always rinse thoroughly. Shampoo that is not rinsed from the coat can cause skin irritations.

Grooming is much harder and hairier than you think! Please do not hesitate to call us!